What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Specialist position at EEOC?
Summary
As a Staff Specialist at the GS-0301-9, you will be part of the Executive Secretariat, Office of the Chair, U.S.Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. If selected, you will be responsible for maintaining recordkeeping, and documenting and retrieving information on all matters requiring formal action by the Commission as a policy-making body. The incumbent will also serve as the driver for the Chair.
Duties
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Conditions of employment
For the GS-9: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 level in the Federal service that demonstrates all of the following:
OR 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree,
OR LL.B. or J.D., if related.
OR Combination of Education and Experience.
Applicants must meet all eligibility requirements within 30 days of the closing date specified in the vacancy announcement.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education
Foreign Education: If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html
Additional information
Relocation expenses will not be paid.
You will be expected to report to the duty station listed on this announcement.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across EEOC.
If you are a veteran and you are claiming 5-point veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility.
If you are a veteran and you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, you must also submit an SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" plus the proof required by that form. For more information on veterans' preference (see https://www.fedshirevets.gov/job-seekers/veterans-preference/#content).
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see: https://www.sss.gov/Home/Registration)
All employees of the Federal government are subject to the conflict of interest statutes and regulations including the Standards of Ethical Conduct that govern activities with outside organizations and reporting financial holdings. This position may require the incumbent to complete a confidential financial disclosure report within 30 days of appointment.
This position requires that the successful candidate undergo personnel vetting, which includes a background investigation and enrollment upon onboarding into "Continuous Vetting." Enrollment in Continuous Vetting will result in automated record checks being conducted throughout one's employment with the EEOC. The successful candidate will also be enrolled into FBI's Rap Back service, which will allow the EEOC to receive notification from the FBI of criminal matters (e.g., arrests, charges, convictions) involving enrolled individuals in near real-time.
Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments. TTY users may contact us via the Federal Relay Service, 1-800-877-8339.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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As a Staff Specialist at the GS-0301-9, you will be part of the Executive Secretariat, Office of the Chair, U.S.Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. If selected, you will be responsible for maintaining recordkeeping, and documenting and retrieving information on all matters requiring formal action by the Commission as a policy-making body. The incumbent will also serve as the driver for the Chair.
Duties
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- Coordinates the processing, tracking, and circulation of Commission decision documents, including litigation recommendations, notation votes, subpoenas, and “Notice and Hold” materials.
- Provides official driving services for the Chair and senior officials, including local and out-of-town travel, and securely transports sensitive documents to high-level government offices.
- Supports Commission meetings by preparing agendas, gathering materials, setting up meeting spaces, attending sessions, recording actions, and preparing required Federal Register notices.
- Develops and finalizes the Commission’s annual Government in the Sunshine Act report, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely submission.
- Prepares written summaries of Commission actions, distributes assignments, conducts follow-up on tasking, and ensures senior officials receive accurate and timely information.
- Manages correspondence control for the Chair, including receiving, analyzing, assigning, tracking, and editing materials, and preparing status reports for leadership.
- Designs and maintains records and retrieval systems for Commission decisions, policies, correspondence, and meeting materials, ensuring compliance with Sunshine Act and FOIA requirements.
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Conditions of employment
- Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
- Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
- Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation.
- May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
- Irregular work schedule and/or unscheduled overtime/comp time hours may be required.
- Must be able to acquire and retain a government purchase card.
- Must obtain and maintain a valid state's driver's license.
- Must be able to drive and operate a motor vehicle.
- Incumbent may be subject to drug testing. Refusal to participate or a confirmed positive test may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination.
For the GS-9: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 level in the Federal service that demonstrates all of the following:
- Coordinating the flow, review, or processing of official decision documents, correspondence, or similar materials for senior leadership or governing bodies.
- Maintaining, organizing, or updating tracking, filing, or retrieval systems (manual or automated) used to monitor the status of cases, votes, reports, or other official actions.
- Analyzing incoming materials (e.g., recommendations, reports, votes, or correspondence) to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance with established procedures.
- Preparing summaries, reports, meeting materials, or written communications for leadership review or distribution.
- Assisting with the planning, scheduling, or logistical support of high-level meetings, hearings, or briefings, including preparing agendas or documenting outcomes.
- Using automated systems or databases to input, track, update, or retrieve information related to workflow, correspondence, or official actions.
OR 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree,
OR LL.B. or J.D., if related.
OR Combination of Education and Experience.
Applicants must meet all eligibility requirements within 30 days of the closing date specified in the vacancy announcement.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education
Foreign Education: If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html
Additional information
Relocation expenses will not be paid.
You will be expected to report to the duty station listed on this announcement.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across EEOC.
If you are a veteran and you are claiming 5-point veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility.
If you are a veteran and you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, you must also submit an SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" plus the proof required by that form. For more information on veterans' preference (see https://www.fedshirevets.gov/job-seekers/veterans-preference/#content).
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see: https://www.sss.gov/Home/Registration)
All employees of the Federal government are subject to the conflict of interest statutes and regulations including the Standards of Ethical Conduct that govern activities with outside organizations and reporting financial holdings. This position may require the incumbent to complete a confidential financial disclosure report within 30 days of appointment.
This position requires that the successful candidate undergo personnel vetting, which includes a background investigation and enrollment upon onboarding into "Continuous Vetting." Enrollment in Continuous Vetting will result in automated record checks being conducted throughout one's employment with the EEOC. The successful candidate will also be enrolled into FBI's Rap Back service, which will allow the EEOC to receive notification from the FBI of criminal matters (e.g., arrests, charges, convictions) involving enrolled individuals in near real-time.
Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments. TTY users may contact us via the Federal Relay Service, 1-800-877-8339.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
Help
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefits
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.